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The Age
19 hours ago
- The Age
‘The wickedest city on Earth' and other new must-visit World Heritage sites
The new list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites generally arrives in July, as the UN's cultural arm gives its official rubber-stamp to locations 'around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity'. As of this year, this amounts to 1248 significant places in 170 countries – ranging from palaces in France to coral harbours in Micronesia. The newest announcement, made last week, has added a further 26 'inscribed properties' to this gleaming portfolio – some of them in relatively remote corners of the planet such as Tajikistan and Malawi, others closer to hand in Italy, Greece and Germany. The following fresh inductees are all worth a visit (which can't be said for some of the others): The Palaces of Ludwig II, Germany The preposterous idea that German architecture is dour and lifeless is rebutted with the firmest flourish by the castles that were strewn across the hillsides and high places of Bavaria by its monarch, Ludwig II, between 1864 and 1886. A man of flamboyant tastes, Ludwig commissioned three separate country properties – Neuschwanstein, Linderhof, Herrenchiemsee – during his 22-year reign, envisaging each of them as a refuge from the apparent mundanity of court life in Munich. All three of them (plus a villa on Schachen hill, near Garmisch-Partenkirchen) are part of the new UNESCO listing – although it is Neuschwanstein, with its dreaming spires, which has become the region's postcard icon. UNESCO says: Drawing inspiration from Versailles, German fairy tales and Wagner's operas, the palaces showcase historicist styles and advanced 19th century techniques. Carefully integrated into stunning landscapes, they embody Ludwig's artistic vision.
Sydney Morning Herald
a day ago
- Sydney Morning Herald
The five fascinating new World Heritage sites you should visit
The new list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites generally arrives in July, as the UN's cultural arm gives its official rubber-stamp to locations 'around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity'. As of this year, this amounts to 1248 significant places in 170 countries – ranging from palaces in France to coral harbours in Micronesia. The newest announcement, made last week, has added a further 26 'inscribed properties' to this gleaming portfolio – some of them in relatively remote corners of the planet such as Tajikistan and Malawi, others closer to hand in Italy, Greece and Germany. The following fresh inductees are all worth a visit (which can't be said for some of the others): The Palaces of Ludwig II, Germany The preposterous idea that German architecture is dour and lifeless is rebutted with the firmest flourish by the castles that were strewn across the hillsides and high places of Bavaria by its monarch, Ludwig II, between 1864 and 1886. A man of flamboyant tastes, Ludwig commissioned three separate country properties – Neuschwanstein, Linderhof, Herrenchiemsee – during his 22-year reign, envisaging each of them as a refuge from the apparent mundanity of court life in Munich. All three of them (plus a villa on Schachen hill, near Garmisch-Partenkirchen) are part of the new UNESCO listing – although it is Neuschwanstein, with its dreaming spires, which has become the region's postcard icon. UNESCO says: Drawing inspiration from Versailles, German fairy tales and Wagner's operas, the palaces showcase historicist styles and advanced 19th century techniques. Carefully integrated into stunning landscapes, they embody Ludwig's artistic vision.
The Age
a day ago
- The Age
The five fascinating new World Heritage sites you should visit
The new list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites generally arrives in July, as the UN's cultural arm gives its official rubber-stamp to locations 'around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity'. As of this year, this amounts to 1248 significant places in 170 countries – ranging from palaces in France to coral harbours in Micronesia. The newest announcement, made last week, has added a further 26 'inscribed properties' to this gleaming portfolio – some of them in relatively remote corners of the planet such as Tajikistan and Malawi, others closer to hand in Italy, Greece and Germany. The following fresh inductees are all worth a visit (which can't be said for some of the others): The Palaces of Ludwig II, Germany The preposterous idea that German architecture is dour and lifeless is rebutted with the firmest flourish by the castles that were strewn across the hillsides and high places of Bavaria by its monarch, Ludwig II, between 1864 and 1886. A man of flamboyant tastes, Ludwig commissioned three separate country properties – Neuschwanstein, Linderhof, Herrenchiemsee – during his 22-year reign, envisaging each of them as a refuge from the apparent mundanity of court life in Munich. All three of them (plus a villa on Schachen hill, near Garmisch-Partenkirchen) are part of the new UNESCO listing – although it is Neuschwanstein, with its dreaming spires, which has become the region's postcard icon. UNESCO says: Drawing inspiration from Versailles, German fairy tales and Wagner's operas, the palaces showcase historicist styles and advanced 19th century techniques. Carefully integrated into stunning landscapes, they embody Ludwig's artistic vision.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ludwig's Streamer Games 2025 returns: Dates, tickets, teams, livestream, and everything you can't miss
(Image via @LudwigAhgren/X) The internet's favorite Olympic-style chaos-fest is back, and yes, it's going to be bigger, wilder, and way more memeable. Ludwig's Streamer Games 2025 is officially locked in for August, and this year's event is promising two full days of headbands, egos, and probably some extremely unserious relay races. Ludwig confirms 2025 Streamer Games dates and streaming info On July 27, 2025, Ludwig Ahgren took to X to confirm what fans had been waiting for: Streamer Games 2025 kicks off August 16 and wraps on August 17. The entire event will be livestreamed across both of Ludwig's official channels on Twitch and YouTube, so no FOMO for the online fam. — LudwigAhgren (@LudwigAhgren) The dates, venue, tickets & livestream: everything you need to know This year's showdown will unfold at Leuzinger High School in Lawndale, California, yes, the actual high school. So, you can expect bleachers, track lanes, and likely one inflatable pool. Doors open at 12:00 PM PDT Main event : 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM PDT Dates : Saturday and Sunday, August 16–17, 2025 Are tickets available? Three tiers are available, priced between $35 and $60, and they're already live on Humanitix. Anyone under 18 needs to drag along a parent or guardian who's willing to endure 7 hours of streamer-fueled mayhem. Who's competing in 2025? Here's the lineup (and yes, it's stacked) Confirmed captains for the Streamer Games 2025 include a spicy mix of Twitch queens, YouTube kings, and variety-content chaos agents. The full lineup so far: Vanillamace Cinna Jasontheween ExtraEmily Fuslie Disguised Toast Jacksepticeye Agent 00 Each one is expected to lead a team of fellow content creators through a variety of athletic (and questionably athletic) events. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How NTUC Club Is Reinventing Golf in Singapore Golf Asia Read More Undo No full event list has dropped yet, but if last year's tug-of-war, dodgeball, and egg toss are any hint, it's going to be sweaty and unserious. Who won last year (and why it was kind of hilarious) In case you forgot, Team Red Bull (Ludwig's own) won the 2024 edition, which obviously led to Twitter/X lighting up with 'rigged' memes. Ludwig even posted: 'Znever dodging the rigged allegations.' Behind them were Team YouTube and Team Podcast, who took silver and bronze, respectively (and eternal bragging rights, probably). Why Streamer Games might be your next favorite weekend binge Between the streamer drama, the physical comedy, the fan signs, and the inevitable meme explosion, Streamer Games 2025 might just be the internet's most fun sports event that isn't a real sports event. So, whether you're tuning in for the chaos, the competition, or just to see Jacksepticeye try a long jump in a headband, mark your calendars. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"It's so, so annoying!": Asmongold criticizes Ludwig's take on VShojo as a fake stunt
Image via: twitch/zackrawrr The widely covered VShojo tale produced a situation in which Kick and Twitch streamer Zack "Asmongold" took a swipe at Ludwig for his recent comments on the controversy, calling them "f*king fake. " Two of the biggest personalities on the internet have this clash, which only emphasizes the growing division inside the content creator community, not just over the facts of the case, but also as to how creators respond to the case. Ludwig's Controversial Take The drama further erupted when Ludwig, known for his well edited YouTube videos and high-profile events such as Mogul Money Live, took to X on July 21st to impart his view of the allegations against VShojo. His message posted: "I believe VShojo is a terrorist organization", a gross exaggeration, made jokingly, yet many on the Internet took it seriously because of the seriousness of the allegations. He was talking mostly about the claims of Ironmouse, the most subscribed VTuber on Twitch, who spoke about in a very heartfelt tone on YouTube that VShojo gutted her and never paid her what was due. More damningly, she stated that the company allegedly withheld over $500,000 donations meant for the Immune Deficiency Foundation. Asmongold Hits Back: 'It Just Seems Kind of Fake' Landon, never one to shy away from being straightforward on the stream, accused Ludwig of playing it safe and cheating public opinion. In other words, "Why It's just... he's obviously, like...I think that people are very annoyed by Ludwig always trying to have the safe, like, he's waiting for everybody to decide on the same thing so he can repeat it back to them for internet points. It just seems kind of f*king fake! And by kind of, I mean completely f*king fake! It's so, so annoying!" Asmongold's point of disgust seems to arise not from Ludwig's literal words, but from other perceived issues,creators using outrage as a marketing tool rather than genuinely expressing their opinions. Ludwig Backlash Over VShojo, Asmongold Calls Him Out A Community and the Larger Question Beyond the feisty aspect, this undying moment hints at a much deeper discussion surrounding how influencers deal with touchy subjects, particularly when charities and serious financial misconduct are involved. With Ironmouse leaving VShojo and allegations pouring forth, a cauldron of volatility brews. Meanwhile, how the creation reacts and proceeds thereafter might very well dictate the seriousness with which the community treats further allegations in the digital space. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
